Tuesday, Dec 31

Somalia's security forces thwarted a significant Islamic State suicide attack, marking a notable escalation in conflict in Puntland.

Tuesday, Dec 31

Reports indicate that foreign Islamist fighters have been appointed to senior roles in Syria's army, raising concerns about the future governance of the nation.

Tuesday, Dec 31

Ukraine's naval drone successfully destroyed a Russian helicopter in a groundbreaking strike, marking a new phase in aerial combat capabilities at sea.

Tuesday, Dec 31

A military appeals court backed plea deals for 9/11 defendants, allowing them to avoid the death penalty, amid ongoing debates over torture and legal authority.

Tuesday, Dec 31

Russia's military ambitions in Africa are jeopardized as Syria's Assad is ousted, impacting Moscow's influence and operations across the continent.

Tuesday, Dec 31

Myanmar's latest census shows a slight population decline, highlighting ongoing conflict and government challenges in certain regions.

Tuesday, Dec 31

The U.S. repatriated Ridah Bin Saleh al-Yazidi, leaving 26 detainees at Guantánamo Bay. This month, four prisoners have been released.

Tuesday, Dec 31

China reveals new standards for sixth-generation stealth fighters, advancing material technology against radar detection across all frequencies.

Tuesday, Dec 31

Intensifying Russian missile and drone strikes hit Ukraine, including Kyiv, marking a critical escalation in ongoing military conflicts.

Tuesday, Dec 31

Debris from a Ukrainian drone sparked a fire at an oil facility in Smolensk, as Russia claims to have intercepted multiple drone attacks.